Applications

Single subject study

Simple steps on applying for single subject studies under the Community Access Program (CAP). Each subject has specific eligibility and entry requirements you'll need to be aware of when applying. You can find these in the University Handbook.

Go to the subject entry in the handbook to see detailed information about your chosen subjects. Tip: You will need to refer to information in the tabs of the ‘About this subject’ to complete your application – as mentioned in the steps below.

If the subject is available for single subject study it will be stated in the subject entry of the handbook in the ‘Further Information’ tab as ‘Available through the Community Access Program’ (example below). If this section is not visible it means the subject is not available for single subject study.

Keep in mind not all subjects are available for single-subject study or as part of the Community Access Program. Some also have quotas and many have strict application deadlines.

Prerequisites and other entry requirements

You don't need to be a university student to study single subjects, you may however need to meet subject prerequisites and other entry requirements. These will be listed in the ‘Eligibility and Requirements’ tab of the subject entry in the handbook.

Some other information in this section that you should also check are ‘Recommended background knowledge’ and ‘Core participation requirements.’ Although these aren’t required for eligibility they may help you determine your likelihood of successfully completing the subject.

If you're studying a single subject to enable you to get into a course there are special conditions to be aware of when you apply. To find out, see bridging and enabling studies.

University of Melbourne students

University of Melbourne students who are undertaking CAP study concurrently with an award program, must not exceed a total study load of 50 points for a half-year period unless approved to overload by Stop 1. If you intend to study more than a total of 50 points of combined enrolment in CAP and award study in a half year period, you must apply to overload via the Enrolment Variation form, ensuring that you meet the enrolment overloading eligibility requirements. Please see the Enrolment Overloading FAQ for further information.

Credit for single subject study will not be granted towards your current award course.

If you are an international student, please note that student visa holders cannot extend the duration of their course as a result of undertaking CAP study.

International applicants

Enrolling in single subjects is conditional on having the right visa from the Department of Home Affairs. If you hold an Australian visa, please check whether undertaking single subject CAP study does not violate your current Australian visa conditions.

You need to check which study period (semester/month) the subject is taught. This will be shown in the ‘Dates and Times’ tab of the subject entry in the handbook.

You will also need this to check the application closing date and to know what intake to apply for (steps 5 and 6 below).

Application closing dates for common study periods in 2019 are:

Semester

Teaching Period *

Application closing date ~

Late application closing date ^

Summer Term 2019

2 January – 25 February 2019

Sunday 9 December 2018

Wednesday 2 January 2019

Semester 1 2019

4 March – 2 June 2019

Sunday 10 February 2019

Friday 1 March 2019

Semester 2 2019

29 July – 27 October 2019

Sunday 7 July 2019

Friday 26 July 2019

* Assessments will still take place after the teaching period is finished~ Quota subjects may have earlier closing dates, refer to the relevant subject entry in the University Handbook.^ Late applications will be considered on a case by case basis. If your application is accepted, we will endeavour to provide an outcome by the end of week 2 of Semester. We strongly recommend attending classes (on the assumption that your application will be successful), until you receive your official outcome.

Other study periods

For subjects with different teaching periods the application closing date is two weeks before the start of teaching.

You need to apply for the intake the subject is taught (the one you want to study in, if it is taught multiple times a year) and the course code you apply for depends on the level of the subject and study mode you have chosen.

Which intake to apply for?

The table below will help you identify which study period you should apply for. If you are applying for more than one subject please use the study period of the subject with the earliest teaching period start date.

This will be shown as the ‘Teaching Period’ in the Dates & Times tab of the subject entry in the University Handbook

2019 teaching period start date *

Study period to select

From

To

1 December 2018

17 February 2019

Summer

18 February 2019

15 March 2019

Start Year

16 March 2019

31 May 2019

Autumn

1 June 2019

14 July 2019

Winter

15 July 2019

9 August 2019

Mid Year

10 August 2019

30 November 2019

Spring

Which course code do I apply for?

Use the table below to check which course code you need to apply for in the online application.

Study level

Course codes for Assessed study mode

Course codes for Non-assessed study mode

Undergraduate

NA-CAPUG

NA-AUDITUG

Graduate

NA-CAPPG

NA-AUDITPG

Remember: if you are applying for both undergraduate and graduate subjects you will need to submit separate applications for each subject level.

Search and apply for the relevant course code (please refer to step 6 above for further information)

Choose the study period you're applying for (please refer to step 6 above)

Enter all details about the subject you’re applying for (including the subject code and name). If you’re applying for more than one subject click “Add answer” to enter more details. If you're applying for undergraduate and graduate subjects you'll need to do separate applications

If you're applying for enabling study, you need clearly indicate you're seeking an Enabling offer in the section 'Purpose for Study'. For more information, see bridging and enabling studies

Attach any secondary school results, academic transcripts or work experience details if required to satisfy requirements

Check all details, agree to the terms and conditions and submit your application.

If you meet all entry requirements, we'll email you directly with an offer for single subject study. You'll need to accept and enrol in the subject within the set deadline, or fees may apply.